Lincoln County, Washington Property Records

Lincoln County, Washington, comprises eight cities, with Davenport boasting the largest land area. Property records in Lincoln County, WA, create a system for tracing back transactions, taxes paid, locations, and ownership changes over time for every piece of real estate, which provides legal certainty.

Lincoln County property records show a median home value of $228,570 and a median rent of $865, with a median household income of $68,125. Regarding median property taxes, owners pay at a rate of 0.66% of a property's assessed value.

In Lincoln County, WA, property records are maintained by the Recording Section of the County Auditor. The office records various real estate documents, including deeds, mortgages, plats, surveys, liens, and other miscellaneous filings. They manage document indices and provide public access to these records.

To access official public records and request copies online, individuals can utilize the Self-Service Web system, which contains certified documents from October 23, 1997. The records in this system can be searched using name, legal description, parcel number, Auditor File Number, or book/page.

Note that when searching using the Auditor File Number, an 11-digit number is required, starting with the year of recording. For example, if the number on the document appears as 424159, it should be entered as 1997-0424159.

For those who prefer an in-person approach, the County Auditor's office can be visited at 450 Logan, Davenport, WA, during regular business hours.

Copies of records can also be requested by submitting a written request via mail (P.O. Box 28, Davenport, WA 99122), email (cschumacher@co.lincoln.wa.us), or fax (509-725-0820). The written request should include all necessary information to locate the records and the required payment.

Fees for copies of recorded property documents in Lincoln County vary depending on the document type and services requested. Generally, certified copies of legal size or smaller documents cost $3 for the first page and $1 for each additional page. For more information, call 509-725-4971.

For zoning verification, contact the Lincoln County Planning Division. This division implements the county's comprehensive plan and land use codes, including zoning regulations. When provided with an address or parcel number, staff can outline the specific land uses, development standards, and building requirements permitted on that site or property based on its assigned zoning.